The Rugby Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Rugby with a restaurant and a bar

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Interior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Property entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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23 Sheep Street, Rugby, England, CV21 3BX
  • Place, Rugby School
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashlawn Cutting Nature Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Newbold Quarry Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Compact Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Superking bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Rugby

Located in Rugby Town Centre, The Rugby Hotel is next to Webb Ellis Rugby Museum and Rugby School. This 36-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Rugby School - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Webb Ellis Rugby Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ashlawn Cutting Nature Reserve - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Butlin Road - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Newbold Quarry Country Park - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rugby (XRU-Rugby Train Station) - 18 min walk
  • Coventry (CVT) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rugby Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant's Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bull Rugby - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Rugby Hotel

Hotel in Rugby with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Rugby Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a banquet hall. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Horseshoes Bar & Lounge
  • Sheep Street Chophouse

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5 per day (590 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Rugby Hotel
The Rugby Hotel Hotel
The Rugby Hotel Rugby
The Rugby Hotel Hotel Rugby

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Rugby Hotel?

The Rugby Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rugby Hotel?

As of Feb 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rugby Hotel on Feb 15, 2026 start from $68.09, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Rugby Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Rugby Town Centre, just steps from Webb Ellis Rugby Museum. You'll also find Barby Moorings and Draycote Water Country Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Rugby Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Rugby Hotel include a casino?

No, The Rugby Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Rugby Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Rugby Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Rugby Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Rugby Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Rugby Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sheep Street Chophouse.

Will The Rugby Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Rugby Hotel for a fee of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Does The Rugby Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Rugby Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Rugby Hotel is Coventry (CVT), which is 12.7 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is located 27.6 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Rugby Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Rugby Hotel.

The Rugby Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 207 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Neil, Northampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main problem with this property is the lack of a lift and accessible rooms. It is very convenient for the venue I go to so I just have to struggle with stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurence

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff, the very few present, were very welcoming and helpful Old hotel in dire need of a full revamp.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammad Salem

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hotel is nice and kozi
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely quiet well appointed rooms, nice products in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebekah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel in a good location. The main areas of the hotel are good except the corridors and staircases leading to the rooms which are tired and dated. The room itself was a good size with a really nice bed. The only negative regarding the room was the movement sensor light in the bathroom. I personally don’t see that this is needed. If someone went to the toilet in the night the sensor would turn on the very bright light which stayed on for around 5 minutes afterwards.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chrysanthos

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fit for purpose
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice hotel in pedestrian zone

Nice hotel in the center of Rugby, within walking distance of lots of places to eat. It's an old building and thus doesn't have double glasing, so it was rather cold at night. The heating wasn't on as it was only September. For the rest, the hotel is nice enough, room was small, bed was comfy and bathroom was clean. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dharmendra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business trip

Friendly comfortable hotel with good standard of room and clean modern bathroom . Simple food menu but good quality. Staff very attentive also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

J

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible stay, a malfunction on booking app meant I had 3 rooms booked, the follow up from hotels.com and hotel has been nothing short of pathetic. Leaving me out of pocket for 3 rooms. Never use this hotel again... As for the hotel old and dirty
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The customer service was great, and the cleanliness and general order was on par with most at this price point. They were accommodating of us bringing a pet, even if this did come with a non-advertised charge. However, I booked this stay in preparation for a very important interview day, and found myself consistently disturbed by the quite audible noise from other residents and the alleyway below, during the nighttime and daytime. I would attribute this to rather thin walls and no soundproofing measures on the windows or doors. I was woken at 5:15am to the sound of a large vehicle and smashing glass, most likely the local council just doing their job, but this and the other noise really dampened my stay. It was also noticeable there was some clear staining on the ceilings and a partially unattached toilet seat. Overall, not great, perhaps good?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

Central location, nice decor, rooms clean but small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas and Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff very friendly, the rooms were very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel and its history, set on a high street .newly refurbished. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the rear room was fine, but the window was single-glazed with '60s louuvre ventilation which let in all the noise - traffic from warwick street and hilmorton road, and loud bottle and rubbish collection at 4am. there was no advertised times for breakfast. their website says their rooms have "Flat screen, digital TV with over 100 channels plus you can cast from any device", but for the life of me i could not cast from my phone and there were no instructions on how to. also, the tv guide function was a couple of hours ahead, i.e. at midnight it seemed to think it was 2.30am. scrolling through the guide was pitiful. in the end i had to be content without the tv altogether. i asked to see the ballroom, which the duty manager was pleased to show me. it stank of air-freshener which to my mind was to mask a worse smell of mustiness. the bed and linens were really comfoetable, and the en-suite was excellent. but you gotta do something about those wndows. i just don't buy that yiu can't do anything about it just because it's a listed building.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very central with extremely friendly staff . My room has recently been refurbished . The corridors require an update . Would recommend staying
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025